Mechanical Technician

Mueller Industries; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Company-provided life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Mueller Industries is seeking an experienced mechanical technician for its brass rod production facility in Cicero, IL. This full-time position involves maintaining mechanical systems and production equipment, requiring at least 5 years of mechanical field experience.

Key responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance and collaborating across the manufacturing process. Competitive benefits include comprehensive insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical field experience.
• Experience with automated equipment and safety protocols.
• Ability to understand mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mechanical systems and production equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Collaborate across the manufacturing process.

Skills

Mechanical field experience

Automated production equipment

Powertrain maintenance

Hydraulic & pneumatic systems

Safety protocols (LOTO, confined space, etc.)

Reading mechanical and hydraulic drawings

Using forklift, man lift, and shop tools

Education

5 years’ experience in maintenance in a production facility

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Salary Range

$30.00 - $34.00 + Performance bonus up to $10.00 an hour.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

We are looking for an experienced mechanical technician in our brass rod production facility in Cicero IL. This role will include, but not limited to, maintenance and repair of production and building mechanical systems throughout the entire facility. All team members will be required to work in all areas of the operation.

Our Company is excited to share the new career opportunities as we complete our new venture in expanding our production footprint in our brass rod production capabilities. Join our team and grow with us!

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Mueller Brass South – Brass rod manufacturing facility.

DIVISION / DEPARTMENT

Maintenance

TYPE OF POSITION

Full Time

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & FUNCTIONS

• Maintain mechanical systems of facility and production equipment (e.g. gears, belts, chains, cylinders, pumps, hoses, and protective guarding)
• Team members are expected to take initiative and work collaborative across the entire manufacturing process.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections of equipment to ensure continuity of production.
• Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding projects, scheduled upgrades, or planned repairs.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical field experience.
• Experience working with automated production equipment, powertrain maintenance, hydraulic & pneumatic systems.
• Experience with safety protocols including LOTO, confined space, overhead rigging, stored energy, and aerial platform work.
• Read and understand mechanical and hydraulic drawings.
• Running a forklift, man lift, welder, overhead crane, shop tools and maintenance equipment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working maintenance in a production facility.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting, standing, walking, sitting, climbing, bending.
• Able to wear job related PPE including filter masks, protective headgear, fire retardant clothing.

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you healthy.
• A robust 401(k) with company match to assist in securing your financial future.
• Company-provided life insurance and AD&D policies.
• Paid time off.

*Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Mueller Industries Companies provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, sex, age, national origin, color, religion, disability, handicap or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other basis as may be specified by applicable federal, state, or local laws.